Non-Compliance
TRI Reporter
RCRA
SAFETY KLEEN SYSTEMS
Quick Summary
- •Released 1 lbs of toxic chemicals to the environment in the most recent TRI reporting year.
- •Currently out of compliance in at least one environmental program (CAA, CWA, or RCRA).
- •Assessed $20,000 in total penalties since records began.
- •Reports releases of chemicals classified as known or probable carcinogens.
- Address
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2221 US-72
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35811
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- MADISON County
- Industry
- Administrative and Support and Waste Management
- NAICS (North American Industry Classification)
- 562112
- Inspections
- 1 · last Mar 7, 2023
- Total Penalties
- $20,000 · last Jan 3, 2024
- Registry ID
- 110000589453
How This Compares
#456
of 523 TRI reporters in AL
#196
of 224 TRI reporters in Administrative and Support and Waste Management
Ranked by most recent year's total TRI releases.
Compliance Status (Last 12 Quarters)
Number of calendar quarters, out of the last 12, in which this facility was in violation of its permit. Zero means no recorded violations in that program over the past three years.
4
Hazardous Waste (RCRA)
Qtrs Non-Compliant
Qtrs Non-Compliant
TRI Toxic Chemical Releases
Annual pounds of each toxic chemical released to air, water, and land, as reported to the EPA Toxic Release Inventory. Carcinogen (♦) and PFAS designations are per EPA and IARC classifications.
Emissions Trend (2015–2024)
-50% overall
| Year | Total Releases (lbs) | vs Prior Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 2 | — |
| 2016 | 1 | -50% |
| 2017 | 1 | 0% |
| 2018 | 0 | -100% |
| 2019 | 0 | — |
| 2021 | 1 | — |
| 2022 | 1 | 0% |
| 2023 | 1 | 0% |
| 2024 | 1 | 0% |
2024
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benzo[g,h,i]perylene | — | — | — | — | 43 | |
| Polycyclic aromatic compounds | — | — | — | — | 1,529 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Ethylene glycol | 1 | 1 | — | — | 30,110 |
2023
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Polycyclic aromatic compounds | — | — | — | — | 1,074 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Benzo[g,h,i]perylene | — | — | — | — | 14 | |
| Ethylene glycol | 1 | 1 | — | — | 6,422 |
2022
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Polycyclic aromatic compounds | — | — | — | — | 1,433 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Benzo[g,h,i]perylene | — | — | — | — | 23 | |
| Ethylene glycol | 1 | 1 | — | — | 4,689 |
2021
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Polycyclic aromatic compounds | — | — | — | — | 1,231 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Benzo[g,h,i]perylene | — | — | — | — | 26 | |
| Ethylene glycol | 1 | 1 | — | — | 34,769 |
2019
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Polycyclic aromatic compounds | — | — | — | — | 339 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2018
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lead | — | — | — | — | 309 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Benzo[g,h,i]perylene | — | — | — | — | 97 | |
| Polycyclic aromatic compounds | — | — | — | — | 707 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2017
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Polycyclic aromatic compounds | — | — | — | — | 597 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Lead | — | — | — | — | 56 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Benzo[g,h,i]perylene | — | — | — | — | 82 | |
| Ethylene glycol | 1 | 1 | — | — | 35,524 |
2016
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Polycyclic aromatic compounds | — | — | — | — | 760 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Lead | — | — | — | — | 104 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Benzo[g,h,i]perylene | — | — | — | — | 105 | |
| Ethylene glycol | 1 | 1 | — | — | 39,709 |
2015
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Polycyclic aromatic compounds | — | — | — | — | 479 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Benzo[g,h,i]perylene | — | — | — | — | 66 | |
| Lead | — | — | — | — | 237 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Ethylene glycol | 2 | 2 | — | — | 118,315 |
Waste Management & Recycling
How this facility manages toxic chemicals beyond direct releases — through recycling, energy recovery, and on-site or off-site treatment. Data from the most recent TRI reporting year. Quantities in pounds.
| Chemical | Released | Recycled | Energy Recovery | Treated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Polycyclic aromatic compounds | — | 795 | 20 | 421 |
| Ethylene glycol | — | 20,229 | 112 | 4,568 |
| Benzo[g,h,i]perylene | — | 26 | 0 | 5 |
Off-Site Transfer Destinations
Facilities to which toxic chemicals were transferred for disposal, recycling, energy recovery, or treatment during the most recent TRI reporting year. Quantities in pounds.
| Destination | Chemical | Disposal | Recycling | Energy Rec. | Treatment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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SAFETY-KLEEN SYSTEMS, INC. (LRO)
LITTLE ROCK, AR
|
Benzo[g,h,i]perylene | — | 17 | — | — |
|
CLEAN HARBORS CHATTANOOGA, LLC (CG)
CHATTANOOGA, TN
|
Benzo[g,h,i]perylene | — | — | — | 5 |
|
VALICOR ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES (VLCRAL)
HUNTSVILLE, AL
|
Benzo[g,h,i]perylene | — | 4 | — | — |
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SYNERGY RECYCLING LLC (SYQ)
WOODBINE, GA
|
Benzo[g,h,i]perylene | — | 3 | — | — |
|
VERTEX OIL SWAP (VRTXSW)
MARRERO, LA
|
Benzo[g,h,i]perylene | — | 1 | — | — |
|
COMBS INDUSTRIAL SERVICES INC (CMBSIS)
NASHVILLE, TN
|
Benzo[g,h,i]perylene | — | 1 | — | — |
|
UNIVERSAL ENVIRONMENTAL SERVIC (UNIVLAG)
LAGRANGE, GA
|
Benzo[g,h,i]perylene | — | 0 | — | — |
|
SAFETY-KLEEN SYSTEMS, INC. (LER)
LEXINGTON, SC
|
Benzo[g,h,i]perylene | — | 0 | — | — |
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SAFETY-KLEEN / FIRST RECOVERY (CHO)
CHARLOTTE, NC
|
Benzo[g,h,i]perylene | — | — | 0 | — |
|
SAFETY-KLEEN SYSTEMS, INC. (LRO)
LITTLE ROCK, AR
|
Ethylene glycol | — | 18,770 | — | — |
|
CLEAN HARBORS CHATTANOOGA, LLC (CG)
CHATTANOOGA, TN
|
Ethylene glycol | — | — | — | 4,568 |
|
SYNERGY RECYCLING LLC (SYQ)
WOODBINE, GA
|
Ethylene glycol | — | 993 | — | — |
|
VALICOR ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES (VLCRAL)
HUNTSVILLE, AL
|
Ethylene glycol | — | 328 | — | — |
|
UNIVERSAL ENVIRONMENTAL SERVIC (UNIVLAG)
LAGRANGE, GA
|
Ethylene glycol | — | 138 | — | — |
|
GREENCASTLE WDF (LO0500)
GREENCASTLE, IN
|
Ethylene glycol | — | — | 109 | — |
|
GREEN AMERICA RECYCLING LLC (MFR100)
HANNIBAL, MO
|
Ethylene glycol | — | — | 3 | — |
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CLEAN HARBORS CHATTANOOGA, LLC (CG)
CHATTANOOGA, TN
|
Polycyclic aromatic compounds | — | — | — | 421 |
|
VALICOR ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES (VLCRAL)
HUNTSVILLE, AL
|
Polycyclic aromatic compounds | — | 343 | — | — |
|
SAFETY-KLEEN SYSTEMS, INC. (LRO)
LITTLE ROCK, AR
|
Polycyclic aromatic compounds | — | 311 | — | — |
|
SYNERGY RECYCLING LLC (SYQ)
WOODBINE, GA
|
Polycyclic aromatic compounds | — | 59 | — | — |
|
COMBS INDUSTRIAL SERVICES INC (CMBSIS)
NASHVILLE, TN
|
Polycyclic aromatic compounds | — | 37 | — | — |
|
SAFETY-KLEEN SYSTEMS, INC. (LER)
LEXINGTON, SC
|
Polycyclic aromatic compounds | — | 31 | — | — |
|
SAFETY-KLEEN / FIRST RECOVERY (CHO)
CHARLOTTE, NC
|
Polycyclic aromatic compounds | — | — | 20 | — |
|
UNIVERSAL ENVIRONMENTAL SERVIC (UNIVLAG)
LAGRANGE, GA
|
Polycyclic aromatic compounds | — | 7 | — | — |
|
VERTEX OIL SWAP (VRTXSW)
MARRERO, LA
|
Polycyclic aromatic compounds | — | 7 | — | — |
Compliance Violations
Individual permit violations recorded by the EPA across air, water, and hazardous waste programs. Open violations are unresolved as of the most recent ECHO data update.
| Program | Type | Violation Date | Return to Compliance | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| rcra | Violation of a Federal or State Statute | May 1, 2023 | Jan 3, 2024 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Apr 16, 2019 | Apr 16, 2019 | Resolved |
| rcra | State Statutory or Regulatory requirements that are broader-in-scope than the federal RCRA requirements | May 28, 2009 | Jul 13, 2009 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Preparedness and Prevention | May 28, 2009 | Jul 13, 2009 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Universal Waste Management: Standards for Small Quantity Handlers | May 28, 2009 | Jul 13, 2009 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Transporters of HW: Compliance with the Manifest System and Recordkeeping | Jun 12, 2003 | Aug 14, 2003 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Transporters of HW: General | Jun 12, 2003 | Aug 14, 2003 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Mar 24, 1998 | May 4, 1998 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Mar 24, 1998 | May 4, 1998 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Jul 1, 1994 | Sep 6, 1994 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Jul 1, 1994 | Sep 6, 1994 | Resolved |
| rcra | Land Disposal Restrictions: General | Nov 13, 1991 | Jun 11, 1992 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Nov 13, 1991 | Jun 11, 1992 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General Facility Standards | Nov 13, 1991 | Jun 11, 1992 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Use and Management of Containers | Nov 13, 1991 | Jun 11, 1992 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General | Apr 16, 1991 | May 25, 1991 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Contingency Plan and Emergency Procedures | Apr 16, 1991 | May 25, 1991 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Financial Requirements | May 2, 1988 | Jul 20, 1988 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General | Jun 17, 1987 | Sep 22, 1987 | Resolved |
Enforcement Actions
Formal enforcement cases brought by the EPA or state agencies, including administrative orders and civil penalties assessed. Penalty amounts reflect what was formally assessed, not necessarily what was collected.
FINAL 3008(A) COMPLIANCE ORDER
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-ALD981028798-001 · Aug 25, 2023
FINAL 3008(A) COMPLIANCE ORDER
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-ALD981028798-SFQ · Dec 23, 1991
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-ALD981028798-002 · Aug 26, 1987
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-ALD981028798-003 · Aug 26, 1987
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